Aqua Natural Prairie Bio-Substrate Aquarium Gravel, 5-lb bag

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  • This substrate is made from 100% natural and sustainably sourced materials.
  • Meticulously graded for a natural look and large surface area for beneficial bacteria.
  • Contains bio-activated live nitrifying bacteria suspended in liquid to help maintain a healthy aquarium.
  • Can be used as a primary substrate or mixed with other substrates.
  • Instantly cycles your aquarium, saving you time and effort.

Ethically Sourced Rocks and Substrates

From iconic dragon stone to finely graded substrates, Aqua Natural aquascaping materials are ethically sourced from around the world and chosen for their beauty, texture, and tank stability.

Iwagumi Substrate Style

Inspired by Japanese aquascaping, Aqua Natural Iwagumi substrates bring harmony and beauty to planted tanks, with ideal grain sizes and natural color blends to anchor stunning minimalist layouts.

Bio-substrates and Filter Media

Aqua Natural bio-substrates and filter media come pre-seeded with beneficial bacteria to support healthy tank cycling. Perfect for new aquariums or boosting biological filtration.

Natural Beauty for Aquariums and Terrariums

Create stunning aquascapes and terrarium displays with Aqua Natural premium natural decor. Featuring real rock, driftwood, and substrate, these products bring the raw beauty of nature to your tank—perfect for fish, reptiles, or plant-only setups.

About Aqua Natural

Aqua Natural is a brand of Pisces USA, offering premium aquascaping materials and foods. Ethically sourced from around the world, their products help bring the beauty of natural underwater environments to life.

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Questions & Answers

1 Customer Questions


How coarse is this substrate? Sand, 1/3cm, 1cm?

Answer by ChewyNov 05, 2024
This is a sand with a size ranging 0.8 - 1.2 millimeters.
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Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
3 Ratings

2 Customer Reviews



Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Russell on Jan 1, 2025

How fast the tank cycled

The plants loved it from the begining,I mixed it with my gravel substrate

The plants loved it from the begining,I mixed it with my gravel substrate


Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Ryan on Aug 24, 2024

Beautiful Substrate

The substrate is beautiful but you can't rinse it and it clouds your tank. Also, you can cover as much surface area with this subtrate like you would with a typical

The substrate is beautiful but you can't rinse it and it clouds your tank. Also, you can cover as much surface area with this subtrate like you would with a typical pebble based formula.